Willkommen!
Welcome to the online home of the San Diego German American Society! We celebrate German culture and its many colorful traditions through a variety of activities, year-round. Seasonal events are open to people of all ages, interests and abilities and include occasions like Maifest, Oktoberfest, Karneval and a Christmas Market!
We also host a German Theater Group, KinderTanzGruppe (children’s dance group), BoogieTanz Kabaratt (all-ages dance group), Damenkreis (ladies circle), Skat Club afternoons (German card game), a Sunday work team and volunteer opportunities, German language classes and so much more – offering a home away from home to our many members, friends and the community at large. Watch a football (American soccer) game on the big screen, kick off your heels at a News Year’s Party or Anniversary Gala, or meet the Schützen (competitive shooting) crew on Friday evenings.
Come as a member or a guest – there’s truly something for everyone at our Club, and we hope to share some Gemütlichkeit friendships with you.
Upcoming Events
OKTOBERFEST IS OVER – RAFFLE WINNER ANNOUNCED!
Congratulations to Derek Vance, winner of our annual Oktoberfest raffle who’ll be receiving round-trip airfare for two to Germany! We used the ‘sticky baby’ method to draw the ticket, where a very special baby is held near the raffle wheel with a goal of seeing what ticket first sticks to their hands or feet. This is always our last drawing, on the second Sunday of Oktoberfest, and everyone who buys a ticket over both weekends has a chance to win… Luck was certainly on Mr. Vance’s side!
Now it’s time for cleanup but we hope everyone had as much fun as we did, and we look forward to welcoming you back in 2025.
Totals from the 2024 event will be shared in the coming weeks!
KARNEVAL OPENING NIGHT: 11/16
Get ready for what’s sure to be a fun evening: The opening celebration for Karneval season, taking place Saturday, Nov. 16! Because we’re on the cusp of our 60th anniversary, our 2024 theme is Diamond Jubilee, with plenty of sparkle and the perfect occasion to pull out your fancy attire. The evening will be presided over by our Prinzenpaar and royal court, with performances by the Prinzengarde and Kindertanzgruppe, and later DJ Craig. Details, including ticket information for the optional seated dinner, will be shared in October.
WEIHNACHTSMARKT: DEC. 7 & 8
Back by popular demand, the German American Societies of San Diego will be hosting another Traditional Christmas Market in the Outdoor Biergarten on two days: Saturday, Dec. 7 and Sunday Dec. 8, 2024.
Bundle up in [San Diego] winter attire to shop for homemade goods and holiday gifts, listen to live music, watch performances from both adult and youth choral and dance groups, eat traditional dishes like Curry Wurst and European pastries, and sip on cool seasonal brews or warm gluhwein… this festive occasion is sure to warm hearts and bellies while kicking off the merriest of seasons at our home away from home.
More information will be available as the date approaches.
SKAT CLASSES ARE BACK
After a brief break to do some sprucing up in and round the Hall, we are back with new Friday night meetups for anyone interested in learning how to play the centuries-old card game of Skat. Beginners and intermediate players are welcome, the bar will be open, and a low-cost dinner will be offered!
Email: GermanClub@yahoo.com to find out when the next class is taking place.
NOTE: In an effort to keep sessions moving for those that have been attending up until now, we encourage beginners to do some advance reading before their first game.